BEN THORPE
Director / Hokkaido Area Manager

Following 19 winters in Japan with the most recent 14 spent in Niseko, few can rival Ben's local knowledge. Ben manages JSE's Hokkaido operations.

LINDSAY SPILGIES
Managing Director

An avid skier, Lindsay spent 5 seasons in Japan before founding JSE. Lindsay's main focus is developing Japan Ski Experience to ensure it goes from strength to strength. 

JUSTINE ANBEEK
Director / Business Manager

Justine moved to Japan in 2004 and joined the team in 2011. As JSE's business manager Justine ensures the company's operations run smoothly and efficiently.
 

  

SARAH MULHOLLAND
Hakuba Area Manager

Having spent 16 winters skiing in Hakuba, Sarah is passionate about deep powder and Japanese culture. With vast local knowledge and experience of the area, Sarah joined JSE in 2012 and is our Hakuba Area Manager.

DUNCAN MANSER
Hokkaido Area Assistant Manager

Based in Niseko since 2013, Duncan brings local knowledge and enthusiasm for Japan to the team. Duncan can provide first hand knowledge of why skiing in Hokkaido is the best there is!  

YUKA NABESHIMA
Senior Hokkaido Travel Coordinator

Yuka was born in Sapporo and grew up skiing Hokkaido's World famous powder snow. She loves to travel and has lived in Australia and Canada. Yuka makes sure all holidays run according to plan.
 

JURI MATSUMURA
Hokkaido Area Assistant Manager

Juri joined the Japan Ski Experience team in April of 2019.  As a Hakuba resident, Juri brings extensive knowledge of the resort and surrounding Hakuba area and an enthusiasm to share this experience and expertise with guests.